Fine lines, uneven texture, and sun damage can make skin look dull and aged. Laser resurfacing restores a smoother, brighter complexion by reducing wrinkles and refining skin tone. Aesthetix Plastic Surgery in Huntington Beach proudly offers erbium laser resurfacing, a precision treatment that removes damaged skin layers while stimulating collagen for firmer, healthier skin and with minimal downtime.

What Is Laser Resurfacing?

Laser resurfacing gently removes damaged outer layers while stimulating collagen production, helping to create firmer, more even skin. Erbium laser resurfacing promotes faster healing than deeper treatments, reducing redness and peeling while still delivering noticeable skin improvements. It also carries a lower risk of side effects, including hypopigmentation, making it a safe and effective option for a broader range of skin types.

Benefits of Laser Resurfacing

Laser resurfacing helps address multiple skin concerns with visible improvements in:

  • Fine lines and wrinkles for smoother, more youthful skin
  • Rough texture and enlarged pores to create a softer, even surface
  • Sun damage, age spots, and discoloration for a more balanced skin tone
  • Collagen production to support firmer, healthier skin over time
  • Minimal downtime with faster healing compared to deeper laser treatments

For enhanced results, erbium laser resurfacing can be combined with BroadBand Light Treatment to target both texture and pigmentation concerns.

Best Laser Resurfacing Candidates

If you want to refresh your skin without extensive recovery, laser resurfacing offers a gentle but effective option. It may be ideal if you:

  • Have mild to moderate fine lines, wrinkles, or sun damage
  • Experience rough skin texture or enlarged pores
  • Want a non-invasive way to improve skin tone and clarity
  • Have light to medium skin tones (Fitzpatrick I-IV)

For deeper skin tones, a personalized consultation will help determine the safest and most effective treatment.

Your Laser Resurfacing Experience

Your laser resurfacing experience begins with a consultation at our Huntington Beach office. During this visit, Dr. Vu, our board-certified plastic surgeon, will evaluate your skin and discuss your goals.

The treatment typically takes 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the area treated. A numbing agent is applied to enhance comfort, and the laser is carefully guided over your skin to gently remove damaged outer layers.

Patients often see an immediate glow, with continued improvements over the next several weeks as collagen rebuilds. For even more noticeable results, multiple sessions may be recommended based on your skin’s needs.

Advanced Laser Technology

Laser treatments are a great alternative for patients interested in rejuvenating the skin while targeting specific concerns such as wrinkles, sun damage, uneven tone, and texture. At Aesthetix Plastic Surgery, we offer state-of-the-art laser resurfacing using Erbium laser technology —an advanced solution for those seeking noticeable results with minimal downtime. This Erbium laser precisely removes damaged skin layers with less heat than traditional CO₂ lasers, leading to faster healing, less redness and swelling, and a lower risk of complications. Unlike CO₂ lasers, which can cause more thermal damage, the Erbium laser offers a gentler yet highly effective resurfacing option, making it ideal for patients who want dramatic skin improvement without an extended recovery.

Here is an updated list of the laser treatments, with their descriptions, performed by our Sciton PROFILE™ platform:

Laser Resurfacing

Deep Level Resurfacing (Contour TRL) is a powerful, full-field ablative erbium laser treatment that penetrates deeply into the skin to dramatically reduce deep wrinkles, scars, sun damage, and uneven texture. Due to its intensity, it typically requires general anesthesia and medical clearance before treatment. This procedure is often performed in combination with other surgical procedures, making it a convenient addition during facial surgeries or cosmetic enhancements. Common treatment areas include a full-face resurfacing or spot treatments around delicate areas like the undereyes or upper lip, particularly for addressing stubborn mouth lines and perioral aging.

MicroLaserPeel

MicroLaserPeel® is a precise erbium laser resurfacing treatment that gently removes the skin’s superficial layer to smooth texture, diminish dullness, unclog large pores, and reduce pigmentation irregularities—including sun damage, fine lines, and uneven tone—resulting in a brighter, more youthful complexion. With treatments typically lasting 30–60 minutes and requiring just 1–7 days of downtime (with total healing in 4–14 days), most patients notice visible improvement within 2 weeks to 6 months after 1–3 sessions. It is more effective—and less downtime-intensive—than traditional CO₂ lasers and can be tailored to each individual or combined with other surgical procedures for enhanced results.

ProFractional

ProFractional® is a customizable, fractional erbium laser resurfacing treatment that creates microablative channels in the skin—leaving surrounding tissue untouched—to stimulate the body’s natural healing response and collagen production for smoother, rejuvenated skin. It targets fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, pigmentation issues, and uneven texture, offering dramatic improvements with reduced downtime. Treatments are typically completed in 30–45 minutes, using topical anesthetic for comfort, with most patients returning to work within 1–2 days and seeing results that last 6–12 months after just 1–4 sessions.

Broad Band Light (BBL)

BroadBand Light (BBL™) is a non-invasive light-based treatment that targets signs of aging and sun damage with little to no downtime. In just a short session, BBL effectively reduces the appearance of wrinkles, age spots, sun spots, redness, small facial veins, and other skin imperfections—leaving the skin clearer, brighter, and more youthful-looking. The most commonly treated areas include the face, neck, chest, shoulders, and the back of the hands, making it a popular choice for full-complexion revitalization with minimal discomfort.

SkinTyte

SkinTyte® is a non-invasive skin tightening treatment that uses advanced infrared light technology (BBL) to deeply heat the skin, stimulating collagen production and improving the appearance of sagging or lax skin on the face, neck, and body. Suitable for all skin types, SkinTyte delivers fast, comfortable treatments with no downtime, making it an ideal option for those seeking firmer, more youthful-looking skin without surgery. Most patients see optimal results after a series of 3–5 treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart.

Laser Hair Removal

BroadBand Light (BBL) laser hair removal is a fast, effective, and non-invasive treatment that uses light energy to target and disable hair follicles, leading to long-term hair reduction. Unlike traditional laser methods, BBL delivers multiple gentle pulses of light with advanced cooling features to ensure a more comfortable experience and even coverage across the skin. This treatment is safe for a variety of skin types and can be used on areas such as the face, underarms, legs, back, and bikini line. With a series of treatments, most patients experience significant and lasting hair reduction, along with smoother, clearer skin.

The Role of Medical-Grade Skincare in Your Laser Journey

After undergoing laser treatments, using medical-grade skincare products is essential to support healing, protect the skin, and maximize your results. These professional-strength formulas are specifically designed to enhance recovery, reduce inflammation, and prevent complications like infection or pigmentation changes. Unlike over-the-counter products, medical-grade skincare contains higher concentrations of active ingredients, is backed by clinical research, and is formulated to penetrate deeper into the skin, where real change occurs.

At Aesthetix Plastic Surgery, we recommend a curated selection of post-laser products that help soothe the skin, promote collagen production, and maintain your treatment results—helping you get the most out of your investment in advanced laser technology. Proper post-care is not just about comfort—it’s a critical part of achieving optimal, long-lasting outcomes. Ask our office to learn more about which products are recommended for you.

Take the Next Step Toward Balanced, Natural Beauty

Ready to discover how laser resurfacing can help you feel more confident and refreshed? Meet with Dr. Vu today to explore your options and create a personalized treatment plan.

Contact Aesthetix Plastic Surgery at (714) 848-1133 or schedule a consultation online today to start your journey toward achieving enhanced definition and lasting confidence.